The Harambee Stars will return to action during the June international window with two build-up matches lined up in Central Asia as preparations continue for the upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifiers.
Kenya will first face Kyrgyzstan national football team on June 3 in before taking on Palestine national football team on June 6.
The two matches are expected to offer the technical bench another opportunity to assess the squad and continue building cohesion ahead of a busy competitive schedule.
National Teams Coordinator Athanus Obala welcomed the fixtures, noting their importance in the team’s preparations.
“These are nice build-up matches as we continue building up for the upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifiers. The games will give the technical bench a good opportunity to further assess the team and continue strengthening the squad,” said Obala.
Harambee Starlets Set for Four Nations Tournament in Lusaka
Meanwhile, Harambee Starlets will participate in a Four Nations Tournament in Lusaka, Zambia, in June 2026 as part of preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The tournament will feature Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Burkina Faso.
Fixtures
June 6, 2026
- Kenya vs Zimbabwe
- Zambia vs Burkina Faso
June 9, 2026
- Zambia vs Kenya
- Zimbabwe vs Burkina Faso
FIFA Women’s World Rankings for Kenya
According to the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings, Zambia are ranked 64th, Burkina Faso 118th, Zimbabwe 127th, while Kenya sit 128th globally.
